Our testers loved the sheath-style carrying case, which allows you to adjust its buckles and store other equipment and clothes inside the sheet. The strap on the sheath makes it comfortable to carry this mid-weight chair. Testers found the setup to be super intuitive, and even our taller users were able to sit for long periods without discomfort. The steel frame was unaffected by our drop tests, and the polyester seat is lightly padded for extra comfort. It can be a little bit heartbreaking to find a gorgeous relaxation spot — with nowhere to hang up your favorite hammock. Thanks to Eagles Nest Outfitters, you can have the comfort of hammock lounging without needing trees, trying to transport a clunky free-standing hammock, or being beholden to the location of trees on your campsite.
Ground-to-seat height—listed as “height” in the table above—is simply a measurement from the ground to the bottom of the seat. For those that frequent concerts or sporting events and don’t want to bother folks behind them, a low seat height is important. That said, a low seat height means a less comfortable position for your legs and more effort for getting in and out. If you’re needing to stay low, a chair that’s 5 to 9 inches off the ground is best, with the lower options obviously the safer choice for a concert venue.
Still, it’s a reasonable trade-off if you’re working toward shedding weight from your backpacking setup but aren’t keen to sit on the ground all night. The steel frame allowed our testers to use the reclining back confidently and lounge in the chair at just about any angle. The adjustable cup holders accommodate anything from a soda can to a beer growler (yes, you can have up to 64 ounces of beer in your cup holder). Cooler aside, we also like the coleman chair’s side pocket (don’t leave those bottle tops in the woods) and cushioned backrest.
In a room decorated in black white and gray for example a bright red chair stands out and makes a dramatic statement. There are many different types of accent chairs available from club chairs to wing chairs to slipper chairs and each design brings a different look and feel to your room. When you’re searching for a new camp chair, sometimes you aren’t looking for the lightest possible option- you want the beefiest chair out there that can soak up as much strain as possible. Comfort is king when it comes to camp chairs, and we’ve put some serious man-hours into finding out which is the best for every occasion.
We hate carrying camp chairs generally, but found the handle and carrying case comfortable and generously sized enough to sling over our shoulder for a half mile walk down to the beach from the parking lot. We were downright giddy over this spacious, cleverly designed outdoor loveseat. The two-seater slips in and out of a slot in the wrap-up, tote-style carrier, which can be expanded to fit other gear for storage and double as a dog mat when the chair is in use.
The mesh cup holder has a soft plastic grommet stitched into the armrest fabric, reinforcing the mesh and helping the cup holder retain its shape so you have effortless access to your beverage of choice. As is the case with many mass-manufactured chairs, there tends to be some variance in quality over the years. I haven’t experienced any issues with mine despite pushing the weight limit and the cooler capacity up to the limit, but there is enough evidence floating around to question the integrity of the joints. Though it’s one of the least expensive chairs we tested, we’re still not sure it’s worth it. Lackluster performance and a cooler that’s only moderately useful but surprisingly in the way make us feel like there are much better options out there, even if the chair and cooler have to be separate.
The Helinox Chair Zero is easy to assemble with a single shock-cord pole that locks into place once it’s unfolded. The frame is made of lightweight (but still sturdy) aluminum, and the seat coleman canopy is made out of ripstop polyester fabric for durability. The lightweight world (especially backpackers) could not sing enough praises about this 17-ounce lightweight backpacking chair.
Our choices had to be within a reasonable amount of weight to transport—easy to stow in the car, in the RV, in a backpack, or just to carry down to the beach. On the other hand, we were also conscious of the weight ratings of each chair. We looked for chairs rated to hold the average adult (a minimum of 250 pounds) and found that our winners were often rated far above that and had even been tested to weights far beyond those ratings. Consider chairs with sturdy frames and wide bases for enhanced stability, especially if you’ll be sitting on uneven or rugged terrain such as the beach or a particularly rocky campsite. Similarly, it’s worth being extra careful about stability if you anticipate coming close to the weight limit on your chair.
That’s why we’re keen on the SunnyFeel camp chair, which packs into the size of a (slightly heavy) tote bag and comes with a storage sack. Unlike other similar camp chairs, you can sling the SunnyFeel over your shoulder rather than awkwardly carrying it just above the ground. But like similar products, it has features like a pop-up table, cup holder, padded backrest, and a large side panel with multiple pockets.
In regards to comfort, I noticed almost immediately the slight wider seat that gave me enough room to actually adjust my body around to find the right spot. The wooden arm rests also happen to feel significantly better than most made of fabric or plastic. Camp chairs are among the most versatile piece of outdoor equipment out there. They’re great for picnics, backyard BBQs, fishing, sporting events, and portable seating for festivals or concerts. Many people will use their camping chairs as patio furniture (or extra guest patio furniture), so it can be used almost year round. When considering camp chairs, we looked at materials and frame constructions.